Harley-Davidson Model JDCB vs Triumph Tiger 1200 XCA (2021)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson Model JDCBstacks up against the Triumph Tiger 1200 XCA. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson Model JDCBTriumph Tiger 1200 XCA
Model year19252021
Price$22,000
Engine1208 cc1215 cc
Horsepower141 hp
Torque122 Nm
Weight176 kg248 kg
Seat height33 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission3-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Floating discs, radially mounted monobloc Brembo calipers, 4-piston, switchable ABS
Rear brakesSingle disc. Nissin 2-piston sliding caliper, Switchable ABS
Tires3-26 / 3-26 120/70-R19 / 170/60-R17

Harley-Davidson Model JDCB vs Triumph Tiger 1200 XCA — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson Model JDCB and the Triumph Tiger 1200 XCA usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson Model JDCB brings its published horsepower in a 176 kg package, while the Triumph Tiger 1200 XCA counters with 141 hp at 248 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: